Sept. 29–Oct. 4, 2026
Schedule of Events
Monday, Sept. 29
5 p.m. – St. Francis Week Table of Plentry
Sr. Thea Bowman Center
Gather around the table for a special St. Francis Week meal with a special dessert featuring the beloved Lady Jacoba Cookies.
Tuesday, Sept. 30
8:30 p.m. – Praise and Worship
San Damiano Chapel
An evening of prayer, music, and reflection inspired by the spirit of St. Francis.
Wednesday, Oct. 1
8–9 a.m. – St. Francis Week Lecture
San Damiano Chapel
Join Dr. Tom Tranel, Child and Adolescent Psychologist and Secular Franciscan (OFS), for a conversation on faith, well-being, and the Franciscan way of life.
Thursday, Oct. 2
9-11 a.m. – Morning MUG: A Special St. Francis Edition
Sr. Thea Bowman Center
Start your day with coffee, conversation, and community. This special edition of Morning MUG invites reflection on the values of St. Francis and how they shape our campus life.
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. – Franny Fest
Celebrate St. Francis Week with music, food, activities, and community for the whole campus. Live Music, Farmers Market, Petting zoo, Club and Organization Tabling, Free Lunch for everyone
- Meal served from 11 – 1:130 p.m
- Classes Cancelled from 11:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 3 – Franciscan Day of Prayer and Action
9 a.m. – Family Day Service Saturday (Family Day Event)
Various Locations in La Crosse
Put faith into action through service projects that make a difference in our community. Online Registration
1-3 p.m. - Day of Prayer with FSPA
West Salem, WI
Those participants in the Family Day of Service and others are welcome to join the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration and their affiliates for prayer, reflection, community and fun. To register Contact discerning@fspa.org or 608-782-5610 ext. 282.
3 p.m. – St. Francis Day Pet Blessing
Dancing Francis – Assisi Courtyard
Bring your furry, feathered, or scaly friends to receive a special blessing in honor of St. Francis, patron saint of animals and ecology. This joyful tradition celebrates the bond between humans and all living creatures.
7:30 p.m. – Transitus Prayer Service
San Damiano Chapel
Experience this beloved Franciscan tradition as we remember the passing of St. Francis of Assisi through prayer, song, scripture, and reflection, celebrating a life devoted to God, service, and peace.
Sunday, Oct. 4 - Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi
Gather with the campus and local community to celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi and give thanks for the Franciscan values of Contemplation, Hospitality, Integrity, Stewardship, and Service that continue to shape Viterbo today.
11 a.m. and 6 p.m. – Sunday Mass
San Damiano Chapel